The Simpson SCB43.5-KT Bypass Framing Slide Clip Connector is a high-performance, time-saving solution engineered for bypass and curtain-wall framing applications where deflection accommodation and reliable anchorage are critical. Built from 54 mil (16 ga.) steel with a G90 galvanized finish for corrosion resistance, this slide-clip connector simplifies design and detailing for engineers while reducing both field labor and material costs. The kit includes 25 connectors along with 55 precision-manufactured XLSH34B1414 #14 shouldered screws, so installers have everything required for a complete, code-consistent installation right out of the package.

Key Features

• Full 1 in. of bidirectional vertical movement - accommodates thermal expansion, structural deflection, and seismic drift in both upward and downward directions, protecting the framing system over its service life.
• Precision-manufactured shouldered screws included - engineered specifically to prevent overdriving and ensure the clip slides freely, so the connector performs exactly as designed without requiring upgraded fasteners or field substitutions.
• Strategically placed stiffeners, embossments, and anchor holes - these engineered details work together to maximize load transfer and connector performance, reducing the risk of field-improvised workarounds.
• Simpson Strong-Tie No-Equal stamps mark slot centers - built-in visual guides help installers place shouldered screws correctly the first time, minimizing installation errors and speeding up the work.
• Compatible with multiple anchorage methods - allowable anchorage loads are established for powder-actuated pins, screws, welds, and Simpson Strong-Tie Titen Turbo concrete screws, eliminating the need to separately engineer the anchorage connection.
• Single connector replaces traditional two-part assemblies - for designs that previously required two parts to handle large stand-offs, the SCB can substitute for both, cutting parts count and field labor on cold-formed steel projects.

Why This Product

• Engineered to simplify the design process - pre-established allowable anchorage loads for multiple fastener types mean structural designers spend less time detailing anchorage and more time on the broader project, a real advantage on fast-track curtain-wall and seismic construction.
• Reduces installed cost through smarter geometry - by replacing two-part stand-off assemblies with a single SCB connector, projects save on both parts and labor, making this clip a practical choice for cost-conscious cold-formed steel framing work.
• Includes application-matched fasteners - the 55 XLSH34B1414 #14 shouldered screws supplied in the kit are the exact fasteners specified for correct clip function, so there is no guesswork about compatibility and no separate fastener order to manage.
• Built-in installation guidance reduces field errors - the No-Equal slot-center stamps and shouldered-screw anti-overdrive design work together to keep bypass framing installations consistent and inspection-ready, supporting quality control on projects where deflection detailing is closely reviewed.

Specifications

• MPN: SCB43.5-KT
• Length: 3-1/2 in.
• Gauge: 16
• Thickness: 54 mil
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Packaging Quantity: 25
• Install With: Use the specified number of XLSH34B1414 #14 shouldered screws (included)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Bypass framing applications

What's Included

• (25) SCB43.5 slide-clip connectors
• (55) XLSH34B1414 #14 shouldered screws

Frequently Asked Questions

How much vertical movement does the SCB43.5 slide-clip connector allow?

The SCB43.5 provides a full 1 in. of both upward and downward movement, accommodating thermal and structural movement in bypass framing applications.

Why are shouldered screws used with the SCB connector instead of standard screws?

The precision-manufactured shouldered screws included with the SCB connector are specifically designed to prevent overdriving and to ensure the clip functions properly. Simpson Strong-Tie No-Equal stamps on the connector mark the center of the slots to help ensure correct shouldered-screw placement.

Can the SCB43.5 replace a two-part connector assembly?

Yes. For designs that have typically required two parts to accommodate large stand-offs, the SCB can take their place, thereby reducing field labor and material costs.

What anchorage methods are compatible with the SCB43.5 connector?

Allowable anchorage loads have been established for powder-actuated pins, screws, welds, and Simpson Strong-Tie Titen Turbo concrete screws, eliminating the need to separately design connector anchorage.

Note: Product dimensions and/or screw or bolt holes may differ from picture. Please see item description for specifications.